The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) was established by the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) by combining five Caribbean Regional Health Institutes (RHIs): The Caribbean Environmental Health Institute (CEHI)
The Caribbean Epidemiology Centre (CAREC); The Caribbean Food and Nutrition Institute (CFNI); The Caribbean Health Research Council (CHRC)
The Caribbean Regional Drug Testing Laboratory (CRDTL).

The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) was established by the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) by combining five Caribbean Regional Health Institutes (RHIs): The Caribbean Environmental Health Institute (CEHI)
The Caribbean Epidemiology Centre (CAREC); The Caribbean Food and Nutrition Institute (CFNI); The Caribbean Health Research Council (CHRC)
The Caribbean Regional Drug Testing Laboratory (CRDTL).

The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) was established by the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) by combining five Caribbean Regional Health Institutes (RHIs): The Caribbean Environmental Health Institute (CEHI)
The Caribbean Epidemiology Centre (CAREC); The Caribbean Food and Nutrition Institute (CFNI); The Caribbean Health Research Council (CHRC)
The Caribbean Regional Drug Testing Laboratory (CRDTL).

Entomology Specimen Referrals

The following table lists information relevant to the collection and testing of specimens for Entomology investigations.

Note: All specimens sent to the Entomological unit must be accompanied by the following information:

Method of specimen collection

Date and time of specimen collection

Name of specimen collector

Country and location

Type of habitat (from which collection was made)

Test

Specimen recommended

Notes

Turnaround time (calendar days)

Insecticide resistance

Aedes aegypti mosquito eggs

On removal from ovitraps, the paper containing eggs should be placed in a container lined with damp paper towels.
After 2-3 days, the paper should be removed from the container and left to air-dry for 1-2 days. Fold paper in two with the side containing the eggs on the inside.

The specimen should be packaged and sent in a small vial or cardboard box lined with grease-proof paper or paper towels.

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Virus isolation: Dengue fever

Live adult mosquitoes: Aedes aegypti

Individual vials should contain a pool of 20 adults. These vials should be lined with grease-proof paper and stored in a -700C freezer until ready for shipment.Overseas laboratories:
The vials must be transported to CARPHA in a container packed with dry ice.
Local Laboratories:
Live adult mosquitoes should be forwarded directly to CARPHA in ice coolers within 24 hours of collection.